fantasy literature

A guide to fantasy illustration containing step-by-step instructions and case studies on wizards, heroines, worlds, storyboarding, and other aspects of the genre.

Describes the differences and similarities between myth and fairy story, and explores the importance and influence of ancient biblical narratives, Greek mythology, and other examples of the fantasy genre on authors including C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and J.K. Rowling.

A biography of J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of the fictional world of Middle-Earth, discussing his early life, his career as a scholar and teacher, his decision to write and the development of his work.

A color-illustrated reference work on the genre of fantasy in literature, film, television, games, and magazines. Discusses the genre's origins, themes, and types, and presents alphabetical profiles of fantasy characters and entities as well as authors, film directors, and other creators of fantasy works.

A collection of essays on the theme of the fantastic in literature.

Features 15 significant fantasy writers of the mid-20th century, providing biographical profiles, bibliographies, and extracts of works.

Contains a variety of critical articles that analyze important literary works in the fantasy genre, chronicles its development, and explores the impact fantasy works have had on different cultures.

Offers a brief introduction to the life of J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of the "Lord of the Rings", discussing his childhood, private life, religious beliefs, and writing career.